Possible Sources
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- Low coolant level
- External engine coolant leak
- Airlock in system
- Pressure relief cap installation
- Restricted airflow through A/C condenser/radiator
- Internal engine coolant leak
- Transmission fluid cooler
- Turbocharger
- Coolant condition/concentration
- Non-OEM engine enhancement components
- Electric cooling fan
- CHT sensor
- Radiator
- Thermostat
- Coolant pump
- Coolant flow restriction
DTC FAULT TRIGGER CONDITION
| DTC | Description | Fault Trigger Conditions |
|---|---|---|
| P0217 | Engine Coolant Overtemperature Condition | Sets in the PCM when an engine overheat condition was sensed by the CHT sensor or the ECT sensor. |
| P1299 | Cylinder Head Overtemperature Protection Active | Sets in the PCM when an engine overheat condition was sensed by the CHT sensor or the ECT sensor. A failure mode effects strategy called fail-safe cooling was activated to cool the engine. |